Comparison

FanPlus vs ARMYBADA

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

FanPlus

Engage with your favorite K-POP idols through voting, live chats, fanfiction, and community discussions. Support stars with fan ads and discover exclusive photos. Connect with a global fandom.

Highlights
  • Idol and actor ranking votes
  • Live idol chat rooms
  • Global fan support ads
  • Fanfiction reading and creation
  • Real-time K-POP community updates
  • Idol photo browsing and saving
Features
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FanPlus, the global fandom app chosen by K-POP fans around the world! Enjoy every part of being a fan in one place—from voting and live chats to support ads, fanfiction, communities, and photos. ■ Idol & Actor Ranking Votes * Collect voting tickets every day and join fans worldwide in taking your favorite star to No. 1. ■ Live Chats for Every Idol * Chat freely about your favorite idol’s latest updates, voting, and more. * Dedicated fans who vote regularly can also join exclusive private chat rooms. ■ Global Fan Support Ads * Join fans around the world in gifting your favorite star a special billboard ad. * Make every special moment—from birthdays and debut anniversaries to comebacks—even more memorable. ■ Read & Create Fanfiction * Immerse yourself in stories starring you and your favorite idol. * Enjoy fanfiction written by fans worldwide with automatic translation. * Create your own stories and earn rewards for your work. * You can also earn voting tickets by reading fanfiction and use them to support your favorite star. ■ A Fandom Community for Real-Time K-POP Updates * Keep up with everything from idol comebacks to the latest K-POP topics in one place. * Connect with fans worldwide and stay up to date on your favorite stars. ■ Find the Perfect Photos of Your Favorite Idols * Browse photos by category, from hairstyles to stage outfits. * Save your favorite photos or set them as your wallpaper. * Upload photos of your favorite idols and earn voting tickets too. ■ Available K-POP Idol Communities * BTS, IVE, RIIZE, DAY6, NCT, BLACKPINK, aespa, SEVENTEEN, NewJeans, TWS, Stray Kids, EXO, ILLIT, TXT, ZEROBASEONE, MONSTA X, ENHYPEN, BOYNEXTDOOR, Red Velvet, &TEAM, BABYMONSTER, TWICE, ATEEZ, IU, (G)I-DLE, AB6IX, ATBO, BAE173, CIX, CLC, DKZ, DRIPPIN, iKON, NiziU, NMIXX, OnlyOneOf, P1Harmony, Kang Daniel, SF9, VIVIZ, NOWADAYS, THE BOYZ, THE WIND, TVXQ, Lapillus, LE SSERAFIM, MAMAMOO, Kep1er, KISS OF LIFE, STAYC, TREASURE, tripleS, fromis_9, PLAVE, Apink, KIKI, Hearts2Hearts, Longshot, Alpha Drive One, Cortis, Kickflip, All Day Project, and many more.

About

ARMYBADA

This fan-made platform aggregates streaming links, voting information, and event schedules for artists. It provides quick access to music charts and real-time notifications for important fan activities, helping users stay organized and engaged with their favorite artists.

Highlights
  • Aggregated streaming links
  • Voting information hub
  • Event schedule organizer
  • Real-time chart tracking
  • Customizable playlists
  • Event notifications
Features
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아미를 위한 서포트 팬 플랫폼, 아미바다 A fan-made platform for fans, by fans. 서포트를 더 편하게 스밍 링크, 투표, 총공 일정까지 한눈에 확인하고 참여하세요. ▪ 간편하게 시작하는 음원 이용 안내 음원 플랫폼 이용을 더 빠르고 간편하게 안내합니다. ▪ 나만의 플레이리스트 만들기 곡 전체 재생 시간을 확인하고 나만의 플레이리스트를 만들어 보세요. ▪ 실시간 차트 아티스트의 음원 순위와 차트 흐름을 빠르게 확인할 수 있습니다. ▪ 중요한 순간을 놓치지 않도록 컴백, 총공, 투표 일정에 맞춰 실시간 알림을 제공합니다. ▪ 흩어진 투표 정보를 한곳에 여러 플랫폼의 투표 링크를 쉽게 확인하고 바로 이동하세요. • 아미바다는 비공식 팬 메이드 앱이며 음원 스트리밍이나 투표 기능을 직접 제공하지 않습니다. 모든 상표와 콘텐츠의 권리는 각 해당 저작권자에게 있습니다.

Screenshots

FanPlus4 screens
ARMYBADA4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: ARMYBADA at 100% against FanPlus's 28%. ARMYBADA also leads on rating (4.8 vs 4.1). FanPlus's advantage is ratings volume (665 vs 5). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

ARMYBADA holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: FanPlus has 665 ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 28% of FanPlus's written reviews are positive against 100% of ARMYBADA's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and October 23, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
FanPlus versus ARMYBADA: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFanPlusARMYBADA
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.1 (665 ratings)4.8 (5 ratings) — better
Positive reviews28.3% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings665 — better5
Update frequencyFortnightlyFortnightly
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationAd-supportedAd-supported
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size199 MB45 MB
Age rating12+17+
DeveloperPhotoCardAREUM CHO

Customer experience

FanPlus

All ratings665 ratings
Positive74.6%
Neutral7.7%
Negative17.7%
Written reviews106 reviews
Positive28.3%
Neutral19.8%
Negative51.9%

ARMYBADA

All ratings5 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews22 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

FanPlus

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Voting certificates not saving
  • Ads not loading properly
  • Frequent log-outs
  • Phone number verification issues

Requested features

5 requests
  • Dark mode option
  • Increase friend limit
  • Improve app performance
  • Consistent voting rules
  • Better customer support

ARMYBADA

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

FanPlus

No in-app purchases

None

ARMYBADA

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is FanPlus free?
FanPlus is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is ARMYBADA free?
ARMYBADA is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, FanPlus or ARMYBADA?
ARMYBADA is rated higher. FanPlus averages 4.1 out of 5 from 665 ratings, while ARMYBADA averages 4.8 from 5 ratings.
Do FanPlus or ARMYBADA have ads?
Both FanPlus and ARMYBADA show ads.
Which is updated more often, FanPlus or ARMYBADA?
FanPlus ships an update fortnightly, and ARMYBADA fortnightly. Most recently, FanPlus was updated on November 2, 2026 and ARMYBADA on October 23, 2026.

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